Latest reviews

S and J reviewed: Wool spinning course

"This was a fantastic experience. We learned so much from Rosemary, whose wealth of knowledge and experience, together with her clear instructions and endless patience made the morning fly by. We would recommend one of Rosemary's workshops to anyone who wants to know more about this fascinating craft and we will certainly be booking another workshop in 2023."

Philip A. reviewed: Furniture making course: Fundamentals of Furniture Making Part 2 (beginner) - Surrey

"I have recently attended the Fundamentals Part 2 course with Aidan after completing the part 1 course in the summer. The fundamentals courses cover the basic skills that are required for anyone embarking on a wood craft hobby or perhaps with career aspirations within joinery or fine furniture making. Following on from the part 1 fundamentals course, the part 2 course introduces you to slightly more complex skills with the marking gages, mitre square and the use of shooting boards with the bench planes, followed on with your first experience with hand saws, chisels, shoulder and rebate planes and spoke-shaves with the purpose of crafting a lovely mirror frame by the end of the course. As with the previous course with Aidan, he works on the principles of explanation, demonstration then practice, practice, practice with a healthy amount of correction and help along the way. This is an excellent way of developing your confidence and skills with the tools and gives you a real sense of satisfaction when you ‘get it’. The course structure and teaching is thorough, very well delivered and at a relaxing pace so by the end of day 4 you’re looking at the finished product where everything has come together nicely. Aidan is a lovely friendly guy and a great teacher with an exceptional level of skill and knowledge in his field and he shares this with real enthusiasm and clarity. I have thoroughly enjoyed this course and recommend it to other students of any age or skill level. I’m looking forward to completing some of Aidan’s other courses in the very near future. "

Farnham School of Furniture Making Ltd responded:

"Hi Philip, thank you very much for your detailed and positive feedback, it really means a lot. I am so glad you enjoyed the course and got that much out of it. If you have any follow-up questions, just let me know. Best wishes, Aidan "

Marie Burton reviewed: Charcoal Portrait Taster Session (Morning)

"This was a very well planned course. It really helped me to understand charcoal portraits and in particular how to get life like portraits. I also found that I didn’t get on very well with the medium so a full course is not for me. However I really enjoyed the morning and would happily recommend it."

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"Thank you for taking the time to leave a review and we are glad you enjoyed your morning. Best wishes, The Stanwick Lakes team."

Keely Marsh reviewed: Quilt in a Day, one-to-one course with Amanda Jane Ogden

"I had a wonderful day with Amanda and learned so much. I had never quilted before and Amanda expertly led me through the techniques to create a quilt. I now have the skills to develop further and feel inspired to continue. "

Amanda Jane Textiles responded:

"Thank you Keely for your review. I enjoyed meeting you and seeing you make so much progress in a day. Amanda "

Harriet reviewed: Macrame - Christmas Decorations

"I had such an enjoyable Sunday morning making Macrame Christmas decorations with Wendy and meeting and chatting with other lovely ladies. Wendy explained everything really clearly and has a lovely workshop. "

Hannah reviewed: Intensive 1 Day Beginner's Jewellery Making Class with Helen London Silversmithing

"Helen is an encouraging and enthusiastic tutor, and is great at offering advice and help on the design. I was pleasantly surprised at how just quite how much I was able to achieve in a day, and really proud of the result! Thank you very much."

Maggie reviewed: Creative Vibe - Glassblowing Sessions

"I really enjoyed my glassblowing session with Ricky - I didn't know what to expect but I enjoyed every moment and was really chuffed with my glass creations by the end of it all! Ricky explained things step by step and there was a good balance of me having a go and Ricky providing expert guidance. Lots of fun - would totally recommend this experience!"

Carolyn Lewis reviewed: Willow leaping hare sculpture - Studi0ne Bridport

"Thoroughly enjoyed the workshop. Jo is an excellent teacher and made it a fun day. My sculpture has already had lots of compliments."

Jo Sadler Willow responded:

"Thank you si much, We had good banter and produced a fine herd!!"

Sara reviewed: Christmas Wreath Making Kit on Eco-friendly Willow Bases

"I really loved making my wreath. The video was easy to follow and I think really liked how it turned out. There was more than enough material to complete it and the communication from the seller was great. "

Jenni Wren Creative responded:

"Thank you Sara for the review, I am just so relieved you got your kit and managed to get it made and up well before Christmas. It always is so rewarding when customers are happy with their results as it is a lovely part of Christmas and one that soon becomes a yearly tradition. Seasons blessings, Jenni"

Sue reviewed: Christmas wreath workshop

"I really enjoyed the wreath making class. Kate was such a great teacher, providing great guidance and I was delighted with wreath I made and have received many compliments. Nice friendly environment."

Rachel Gardner reviewed: Christmas Wreath Making Kit on Eco-friendly Willow Bases

"I ordered both the wreath and table centre piece kits. Service level was excellent, kits arrived when requested, instructions were extremely comprehensive. Very high quality kits with lots and lots of greenery to allow design choices. I made extra items with the left over greenery, house looks lovely. Videos very comprehensive. Jenni quick to reply to messages and sent encouraging/informative messages when kits were sent . Thoroughly recommend Jenni and her kits. My crafting friends made some lovely items with me and commented on how impressed with the kits they were too."

Jenni Wren Creative responded:

"Ooo what an awesome review, high praise indeed🤩. The wreaths were a first for last year and we're very popular, so I thought I would add a table centerpiece and again it has been very well received, so I am tremendously happy. This means I will just have to add more to the range next year 🥰. I am thrilled that your house looks lovely as it always is such a wonderful time of year, made more special by the fact you have handcrafted your items which is so much better than shop bought ones.👏. Until next year then, perhaps? Jenni"

Charlotte reviewed: Introduction to Traditional 6 Strand Rattan Cane Weaving - Edinburgh

"This was a really enjoyable day course - lovely small group and welcoming atmosphere - it has provided a really nice introduction into cane weaving. Thank you! "

Isabelle Moore Design responded:

"Great to have you participate Charlotte, many thanks for the kind review. Isabelle"

Elaine Flint reviewed: Glass Fusing with Enamels Taster Class - Make a Tealight Curve

"What a great experience, Steve was very patient and showed us a new skill with humour. Will certainly recommend to anyone considering this craft experience "

Sati reviewed: Blow a bauble at Chew Valley handmade glass

"Brilliant experience! It's not that hard under the guidance of the staff. I would recommend these guys to anyone. Thanks guys!"

Chew Valley HandMade Glass responded:

"Thank you for your review Sati, we are pleased to hear you enjoyed making a bauble with us. Regards The team at chew valley handmade glass "

Dawn and Dave reviewed: Willow leaping hare sculpture - Studi0ne Bridport

"We had a fabulous day making willow deer! Jo is such a friendly, humorous, brilliant and encouraging teacher. She was there to support everyone and nothing was too much trouble. The day was well paced and there was no rushing. Materials were freely available. We will return next year to make willow hares. Thank you so much Jo. "

Jo Sadler Willow responded:

"Thank you so much. The collective herd was lovely . The banter was good and well balanced with creativity. Thank you for your company. I look forward to hares!!"

Andrew Williams reviewed: Willow leaping hare sculpture - Studi0ne Bridport

"Jo taught us really well and explained everything for us as we made our willow deers. It was a fun day and great to come away with something we made, Jo is a great teacher. Thank you!"

Jo Sadler Willow responded:

"Thank you so much, you were easy to guide through the day and you both made such a lovely pair of deer. "

Catherine reviewed: Christmas Wreath Making courses

"This is a really lovely course. The tutors were warm and welcoming and the festive music and treats made for a lovely Christmassy feel. The tuition and pointers were very well presented and the set up was very relaxed. I left with a beautiful wreath. I would highly recommend. Great with a friend or on your own. "

Surrey Wildlife Trust responded:

"Thank you for the very kind review. I'm so happy you enjoyed the session and that you were pleased with your wreath. Have a wonderful Christmas. I hope to see you up at Nower Wood again in 2023. With kind regards, Sue"

Helen reviewed: Watercolour for beginners and improvers

"A welcoming space to try out something new. "

Creative Passion Wales responded:

"Thank you Helen."

Frances O’Rourke reviewed: Masking Tape Box Masterclass

"This is the 2nd course I’ve done with Hannah and once again I enjoyed it very much. I did the furniture upcycling course a few months ago. I wanted to focus more on how to do the tape masking and painting more accurately, so I don’t get bleed and lumps and I learned how to achieve a more flawless finish, even if I can’t do it as well as Hannah at this stage. I feel inspired now to do more painting and to be more creative generally. Thanks for a great course."

Tread Softly responded:

"Thanks so much for coming Frances! It was lovely to see you again and hopefully you feel more confident with the taping part now. I can't wait to see what you do with your new found skills as I know how creative you are! Hopefully see you again :) x"

Helen Brooks reviewed: Pre-felt Collage inspired by Braque & Matisse or make some word art with Purr & Wag It, Tabletop Workshops

"I really enjoyed this course and highly recommend it. Heather was very encouraging and explained really clearly what to do. The materials she made available to us were very high quality and with lots of choice. It was a wonderful way to spend 2 hours! I was delighted with art work I made - I would never have thought I could do anything like that. And the cake was delicious too! "

Mike Wood reviewed: Introduction To Screen Printing: A One Day Workshop

"An excellent day. Simon is relaxed, knowledgeable and very helpful. We came away with far more understanding of the process, as well as some prints we are proud of... plus lots of ideas! Highly recommended."

Simon Tozer responded:

"Many thanks for your review Mike, much appreciated. All the best, Simon"

Helen reviewed: Christmas Themed Mosaic Workshop 10.00-13.30

"Really fantastic course. Anne gave us an introduction but left the design decisions up to us. We got to choose all sorts of things to decorate. 3 hours was enough to do some Christmas decorations or a pot. Highly recommended. "

Charlotte Foulston reviewed: Masking Tape Box Masterclass

"I thoroughly enjoyed myself despite being completely out of my comfort zone. Hannah provided clear advice at the commencement of the session and was very encouraging and helpful. I would highly recommend attending and look forward to future sessions. Thanks Hannah for providing a safe space for a complete novice"

Tread Softly responded:

"What a lovely review - thanks so much Charlotte. Loved your festive box - and like that you went in your own direction with it. A lovely wintry scene. It was great having you along for the morning - thanks so much for coming!"

Adrian Matthews reviewed: Traditional and modern upholstery classes set in a uniquely rural environment in Lincolnshire

"Excellent day, Lee really knows her stuff. I learnt a lot but I will be back."

Finch and Toad responded:

"Adrian, Thank you so much for your lovely words. Looking forward to seeing you again. Kind Regards Lee"

David S reviewed: Marquetry inlay design course

"Excellent course, very informative,Ted good tutor "

Teds Woodworking/ instrument making Courses responded:

"Thanks David Im looking forward to seeing you in the new year on the basic Woodworking day. We'll done today and you were excellent company too. 😉👍👍👍 Ted "